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Mediation in divorce, Being 90

Why are so few couples filing for divorce being made to attend compulsory mediation sessions? Plus, a celebration of being 90, and a look back at the life of Victoria Wood.

A look at the role of mediation in divorce. Attending an assessment meeting for mediation if divorce proceedings were initiated became law two years ago but a recent freedom of information request has shown few couples are being made to attend. Why is the law not being imposed and what effect is that having? Jenni is joined by Jane Robey, CEO of National Family Mediation and Emma Nash, a solicitor with The International Family Law Group.

As the Queen marks her 90th Birthday we talk to two women who've already reached that milestone 90 year old Jackie Marcus and 99 year old Honour Harlow. What's their secret?

As part of the events marking the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, Judi Herman explores the role of the compliant daughter and the overbearing father in Shakespeare's plays.

And a celebration of the life and work of Victoria Wood.

Presenter Jenni Murray
Producer Beverley Purcell.

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58 minutes

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Thu 21 Apr 2016 10:00
主播大秀 Radio 4

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Chapters

  • Mediation in divorce

    Jane Robey and Emma Nash talk mediation and why the law is not being imposed

    Duration: 12:35

  • Being 90

    90 year old Jackie Marcus and 99 year old Honour Harlow on the secret of long life

    Duration: 06:34

  • Shakespeare- fathers and daughters

    Judi Herman explores compliant daughters and overbearing father in Shakespeare's plays

    Duration: 09:33

  • Remembering Victoria Wood

    Viv Groskop and Sally Hughes celebrate the life and work of Victoria Wood

    Duration: 13:22

Credits

Presenter Jenni Murray
Producer Beverley Purcell
Interviewed Guest Jane Robey
Interviewed Guest Emma Nash
Interviewed Guest Jackie Marcus
Interviewed Guest Honour Harlow
Interviewed Guest Viv Groskop
Interviewed Guest Sali Hughes

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  • Thu 21 Apr 2016 10:00
    主播大秀 Radio 4

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